Water System Report NC

Fox-n-hounds S/d

EPA ID: NC0392100 ยท 87 people served ยท 1 ZIP code

ZipCheckup's reading of EPA SDWIS for Fox-n-hounds S/d (NC0392100): no EPA violations recorded in the last five years. EPA monitoring data for Fox-n-hounds S/d shows an unblemished five-year compliance history - no violations of any kind have been recorded for this utility, which supplies water to approximately 87 people, covering every reporting cycle without a single MCL exceedance or monitoring lapse.

Data: EPA SDWIS

87
People Served
1
ZIP Code Served
0
Violations (5yr)
Groundwater
Water Source
0
Contaminants Flagged
$272K
Median Home Value in Service Area

Service Area Map

Coverage area for Fox-n-hounds S/d Source: EPA SDWIS service area boundaries.

Service area boundary

Service Area Demographics

$81,862
Median Household Income
29,003
Service Area Population
64%
Disadvantaged Population
70th
Poverty Percentile
80th
Energy Burden Percentile
37%
Pre-1986 Housing

The Fox-n-hounds S/d serves a community with a median household income of $81,862 and an estimated 29,003 residents across its service area.

Environmental Justice Note: 64% of the population in this service area is classified as disadvantaged under EPA's EJScreen criteria. Communities with higher disadvantaged populations often face disproportionate environmental and health burdens, including aging water infrastructure and limited resources for remediation.

๐Ÿ’ง Where Does Your Water Come From?

Groundwater

Fox-n-hounds S/d's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table.

Moderate Risk
Source Contamination Risk
30th
Wastewater Discharge Proximity
60th
Superfund Site Proximity

Superfund Proximity Note: This service area ranks in the 60th percentile nationally for proximity to Superfund (NPL) sites. Groundwater sources near contaminated sites may face elevated risk from industrial chemicals.

Infrastructure Risk

31 yr
Avg Pipe Age
Copper
Pipe Material
39 yr
Est. Remaining Life
Stable
Decay Status
Installed 44% of expected lifespan used End of life

PFAS Detected in Service Area

PFAS ("forever chemicals") have been detected in water serving this system's area. 8 detections recorded. 2 exceed federal EPA limits (4 ppt for PFOA/PFOS).

State limits: HFPO-DA: 0.01 ppt
Health concern: PFAS are linked to cancer, thyroid disease, immune suppression, and developmental effects. They do not break down naturally.
Recommended filter: Reverse osmosis (RO) or activated carbon filters certified for PFAS removal. Find the right filter โ†’

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Estimated Remediation Costs

Average estimated costs across ZIP codes served by this system

Flood Insurance PFAS Treatment
Flood Insurance $1,200
PFAS Treatment $600
Total Estimated Cost $1,800

Based on national averages for common remediation projects. Actual costs vary by property. Only issues flagged by EPA, FEMA, or state data for each ZIP code are included.

Cost of Inaction

If water quality issues in this service area are not addressed, the estimated financial impact per household is:

PFAS Exposure - Lifetime Cost $1,000

Per person (emerging research est.)

Estimated Cumulative Cost Per Household

5 years
$165
10 years
$330
20 years
$660

Compare: Estimated remediation cost is $1,800 (one-time) vs. $330 in estimated inaction costs over 10 years.

Estimates based on published EPA, CDC, and peer-reviewed research. Individual costs vary by household size, property, and health factors. These are conservative lower-bound estimates intended for awareness, not financial advice.

System Overview

Fox-n-hounds S/d (EPA ID: NC0392100) is a community water system in North Carolina that serves approximately 87 people from groundwater sources.

This system serves ZIP code 27597 in Zebulon.

Violation History

No accepted violation records in the 2021-2026 window - The accepted EPA ECHO 2026Q2 snapshot contains zero violation records for this system whose record year falls from 2021 through 2026, inclusive. This is not a tap-water safety guarantee.

Lead & Copper

EPA Lead and Copper Rule evidence attributed directly to this water system:

Lead Level Exceeds Action Level Sample Date
0 mg/L No N/A

No copper action-level exceedance record appears for this PWSID in the accepted LCR snapshot. This does not establish a clean copper measurement.

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Typical cost: Water test: typically $20โ€“$50 (DIY kit) ยท Professional inspection: $150โ€“$400

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ZIP Codes Served

Coverage: Service area ZIP codes sourced from EPA Community Water System Service Area Boundaries v3 (March 2026 release). These ZIPs reflect the actual deployment footprint recorded by NC or modeled from parcel and building-footprint data.

Data Sources

This report uses public data from the EPA Safe Drinking Water Information System (SDWIS). View the full compliance record for Fox-n-hounds S/d (NC0392100) on EPA.gov.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Fox-n-hounds S/d water safe to drink?

The accepted 2026Q2 ECHO snapshot contains zero violation records for Fox-n-hounds S/d in the inclusive 2021-2026 record-year window. This is a compliance-record finding, not a guarantee about water at a specific tap.

How many people does Fox-n-hounds S/d serve?

Fox-n-hounds S/d serves approximately 87 people across 1 ZIP code in North Carolina.

Where does Fox-n-hounds S/d get its water?

The primary water source is groundwater.

Frequently Asked Questions

Should I use a water filter?
Fox-n-hounds S/d meets EPA standards, but a water filter can reduce trace contaminants below detectable levels for added peace of mind.
How many people does Fox-n-hounds S/d serve?
Fox-n-hounds S/d serves approximately 87 people with drinking water across 1 ZIP code.
What is Fox-n-hounds S/d's water source?
Fox-n-hounds S/d draws water from groundwater sources. Source type affects which contaminants are most likely to be present.
What is the demographic profile of Fox-n-hounds S/d's service area?
The Fox-n-hounds S/d service area has a median household income of $81,862. EPA EJScreen data classifies 64% of the population as disadvantaged, which may indicate greater vulnerability to environmental health risks.
Where does Fox-n-hounds S/d get its water?
Fox-n-hounds S/d's water is pumped from underground aquifers. Groundwater is naturally filtered through rock and soil, but it can be vulnerable to PFAS contamination, nitrates from agriculture, and industrial chemicals that seep into the water table. Based on available data, the source contamination risk is moderate.

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APA ZipCheckup. (n.d.). Fox-n-hounds S/d Water Quality Report, NC. https://zipcheckup.com/water-system/nc0392100/
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